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COLONIAL FARMS

COATESVILLE

Pennsylvania. n

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Colonial Farms

Growers of Bulbs and Hardy Plants

CO ATE SVILLE
PENNSYLVANIA

January, 1927.

Dear Friends:

In this, our annual catalogue, we have en-
deavored to furnish our customers with a handy,
compact reference book that would be of service
throughout the entire year.

We want all who grow dahlias to grow the best
dahlias and it is our pleasure to give you the
benefit of our experience at all times.

The stock grown at Colonial Farms is of the
finest quality and is sure to give entire satis-
faction. We stand ready to replace or refund the
purchase price on anything listed in our catalogue
that does not render you entire satisfaction.

New facilities for handling your orders are
being continually added to take care of the growth
of our business.

We show our appreciation of your patronage by
offering you stock of excellent quality at the
lowest prices, carefully packed, and by giving
your orders our best attention.

Faithfully yours.

COLONIAL FARMS

HE DAHLIA today is one of the outstanding flowers of our gardens
and no garden can afford to be without them and be complete.

For those who have never grown this beautiful flower the
gate is open to much adventure and enjoyment.

The culture is comparatively easy and can be grown successfully under
adverse conditions, requiring little care, and always giving a reward that
is greater than most other flowers. Its great wealth of color and varied
types and forms makes this a miraculous flower that will each day reveal a
new beauty to be enjoyed.

On the following pages you will find various phases on each step of
growing the best dahlias, giving the instructions as brief as possible and
still giving the helpful information required that you may grow dahlias
most successfully.

The various locations and conditions make it almost impossible to give
rules that apply at all times, but in most instances our experience will be
valuable to you.

An Invitation

We extend a welcome to all to visit our dahlia gardens in blooming
season, September and October, and see our large collection of dahlias.
There is • no formality of admission and you are not obliged to buy. It is
our pleasure to have you enjoy the gardens with us.

COLONIAL FARMS is located one mile east of Coatesville, Pennsyl-
vania, and one mile north of the Lincoln Highway, where the soil and cli-
mate is ideal for growing dahlias and the flowers and roots develop to
perfection.

ORDER EARLY. Orders are filled in rotation. To insure the reserva-
tion of the varieties selected, mail your order today.

SUBSTITUTIONS. We do not substitute unless directed to do so
when sold out of varieties that you have ordered. If the season is far
advanced a second choice many times prevents delay in completing the order.

TIME OF SHIPPING. Unless you specify a certain shipping date, your
order will be shipped to arrive at the proper time to plant in your locality.

THE PRICES of stock listed in this catalogue are for delivery, prepaid.

Address all communications to
COLONIAL FARMS, COATESVILLE, PA.

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HfrTHIS LITTLE DAHLIA CATALOGUE IS VALUABLE to those in-
■ * terested in flowers and should it not be of interest to you we would
.5j|iJ appreciate your passing it to a friend who takes pleasure in grow-
ing them.

COLONIAL FARMS, COATESVILLE, PA.

The History of the Dahlia

Tie dahlia was first discovered in Mexico in 1615, where it was growing
m. the wilderness of the Sierras in myriads of many colors and all with open
centres.

The Spanish botanists, Cervantes and Cavanilles, were the first to appre-
ciate the greatness of this flower. Seeds of the dahlia were received at the
Royal Gardens at Madrid in 1789 by Abbe Cavanilles. The first of these
seeds flowered in 1790, producing semi-double flowers which were named
after Dr. Andrew Dahl, a Swedish botanist, thus giving the dahlia its name
as we have it today.

Previous to 1814 we have no record of there being a double dahlia, the
first to be produced by the Botanic Gardens of Brussels, Belgium. Many
countries in Europe had made attempts to grow this flower, but were with-
out success. The dahlia in its wild state grew in high elevations and in
low temperatures and when this information was conveyed to European
growers they made noticeable advancement.

As early as 1814 there were about twelve distinct varieties and, for the
next twenty yeai*s, few more varieties had been added.

The first Cactus variety was introduced in 1864 in Mexico and sent to
England and named Jouerzi in honor of President Jouerez, of Mexico. It
was exhibited in London in 1880, and was the means of many new dahlias
being introduced, being the parent flower of many varieties existing today.

The first success with dahlias in our own country was about 1832, when
they were exhibited at the Pennsylvania Horticulture Exhibition, the roots
having been imported from Europe.

In the following twenty years the possibilities of the dahlia had ex-
ceeded all expectations and the dahlia as we know it today would cause the
botanist of previous days to stand in amazement.

More than 8000 varieties have been introduced and named up to this
time; each year new introductions appear and older ones are dispensed with.
The older varieties in order to be retained must possess unusual merit.

PSflPJTED V. S. A,

Your orders receive the personal supervision of the ownership.

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COLONIAL FAEMS,

Some New Introductions For 1 927

The varieties in this list are among the best that has been offered to
dahlia lovers up to this time. The unusual colorings and size and the for-
mation of the flowers has surpassed all previous seasons. The interest in
dahlias is paramount and the shows the coming season have much in store
for those interested in this wonderful flower.

AZTEC GLORY

This new Hybrid Cactus Dahlia is lemon yellow, with most attractive
well-formed flowers. The stems are strong and hold the flowers erect.
This variety is destined to become a great favorite. Tubers, $15.00 each

ADELINE C. LORBEER

A pure bright red Cactus Dahlia that is sure to become a very popular
variety. This variety is an excellent cut flower and will not burn in the sun.

Tubers, $15.00 each

ELITE GLORY

This dahlia has created a great sensation in the Dahlia World due to
its great size and perfect habits. The color is a radiant bright red and very
effective. Its having strong habits and texture gives it good keeping quali-
ties. This variety has been awarded many prizes during the past season.

Tubers, $10.00 each

EMMA MARIE

A beautiful Pink Hybrid Cactus Dahlia that is unsurpassed. The
color is a most delightful shade of pink that is sure to attract, the centre
shades to white. A fine exhibition variety. Tubers, $3.50 each

ELIZA CLARK BULL

A pure white Decorative Dahlia that has much depth and great size.
The formation is perfect and the giant flowers stand the heat well. During
the past season this variety has gained much popularity at the shows and
is sure to be in demand. Tubers, $5.00 each

ISLAM PATROL

A Giant Hybrid Cactus Dahlia that is velvety crimson-scarlet tipped
with pure gold. An early variety that blooms and holds its perfect forma-
tion to the end of the season. Tubers, $4.00 each

Add a few new varieties each year

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OPPORTUNITY — A Hybrid Show Dahlia that is very pleasing. The color
is buff and gold. One of the best Dahlias of this type $2.00 each

PENITENT PAT — This Decorative Dahlia is yellow shading to buff and the
flowers are more than six inches in diameter. The petals are twisted
and incurved and gives the flower a very attractive appearance.

Tubers, $2.50 each

PERPLEXITY — The flower is well named. This Cactus Dahlia is always
a prize winner. The color is crimson — purple and the blooms are borne
on long stems held well above the flower Tubers, $2.00 each

PRIDE OF SAN FRANCISCO — Beautiful rose salmon flowers held upright
on stiff stems. This is one of the outstanding Decorative Dahlias.

Tubers, $2.00 each

SUN MAID — A new Decorative Dahlia that is gaining much popularity.
The flowers are very large and compact, the formation is perfect and
the coloring is blended gold and red .Tubers, $7.50 each

T. A. LEONARD — A brilliant rich cerise flower of the Decorative type.
A variety that is sure to please because of the unusual coloring.

Tubers, $2.50 each

THE TITLE HUNTER— This is a large Decorative Dahlia. The color is
salmon shaded with buff, and the flowers are well supported above the
heavy green foliage. The variety won many prizes last summer. Our
stock of this variety is very limited. Tubers, $3.00 each

THE SCREAMER — A new Peony Flowered Dahlia that is one of the best in
this class. The flowers are large and full, and the color is a beautiful
purple shade. The plant is very strong and blooms continually.

Tubers, $2.00 each

VIVIAN WRIGHT — A vivid pink flower of the Decorative type that grow
on long straight stems and makes an excellent cut flower. One of the
best bloomers Tubers, $2.00 each

WELCOME — A giant Decorative Dahlia of fine form and great depth with
very broad petals. The color is ivory and soft yellow, the reverse of
the petals are apricot. The variety is low growing and must be well
disbudded Tubers, $1.50 each

WESTWEGO — Large blooms of fawn and rose that are very compact. The
stems are very large and the variety blooms profusely. A good Dec-
orative Dahlia Tubers, $5.00 each

It keeps up your garden interest

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COLONIAL FARMS,

Cactus Dahlias

The formation of the cactus dahlia resembles the chrysanthemum very
much, the petals being long, narrow and incurved.

The Hybrid Cactus dahlia has petals that are shorter, wider and the
formation is more full than the cactus type. The outer edge of the flower
is quilled and incurved. This type of dahlia is often mistaken for the deco-
rative type.

AMBASSADOR— This dahlia is one of the best ever introduced and has
won much favor wherever exhibited. The color is soft buff, shaded
salmon-pink and borne on long erect stems well above the foliage. The
Ambassador ranks high among dahlias and is probably the best cactus
dahlia known $1.25 each

CIGARETTE — H. C. — Creamy-white petals tipped with orange. The flow-
ers are of good size and very artistically arranged $1.50 each

CORAL — A coral-pink variety that is a very good bloomer and is fine for
cutting 25c each

COUNTRY GIRL — Golden yellow suffused salmon; produces a quantity of
blooms 30c each

ESTHER R. HOLMES — H. C. — Bright orchid-pink, borne on long stems and
has great blooming qualities $1.00 each

F. W. FELLOWS — A beautiful salmon-pink flower shading to te ra-cotta
at the base of the petals. Fine erect stems are perfect in formation,
making it an excellent cut flower 50c each

FRANCIS LOBDELL— H. C. — Bright pink flowers shading to white; good

size and formation 85c each

GOLDEN GATE — The flower is a deep golden yellow shading to golden
amber. The plant is very sturdy 50c each

GOLDEN WEST — Deep rich yellow overlaid with orange; the flowers are
borne above a mass of light green foliage 60c each

JEAN CHARZOT — H. C. — Giant flowers, red shading to orange and yellow
at the tips of the petals $1.00 each

THE SELECTION. — The first and most important thing to be consid-
ered in growing dahlias successfully. First, select the stock from a reliable
grower, where you obtain healthy stock free from stunt and disease. The
best stock is always cheaper at a higher price than inferior stock at a low

price.

The personal likes and dislikes are second to be considered, and no
one can do this for you entirely, but much assistance can be offered if you
state the type, color, etc. Often the grower can make a better selection,
knowing the habits and form of the various varieties than the buyer, and
when the selection is left to us, we make the selection with the same care
we would for ourselves and do not take this means of dispensing with varie-
ties we wish to discard, but send varieties that we have in large quantities
and feel there will be ample left to meet all requirements.

We specialize in Dahlias.

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MARIPOSA — H. C. — Lavender
pink, shaded lighter at outer
edge of petals. This beauti-
ful flower has depth as well
as diameter and produces a
stem well able to support the
flower. Mariposa blooms
freely and always retains a
compact centre. For exhibi-
tion purposes it is sure to
win a prize $1.00 each

MRS. ETHEL F. T. SMITH—
H. C. — White with a tint of
cream, shading to lemon in
the centre. Always produces
large flowers and very little
disbudding is necessary.

$1.00 each

MRS. WARNAAR— H. C.— The
flowers are large and attrac-
tive. The color is rose shaded
to white at the outer edge of
petals ..65c each

SISKIYOU— H. C.— Pink with
mauve tint. The flowers of
Siskiyou are among the larg-
est ever produced and rank
high among the prize-win-
ners. The plants are vigorous and produce abundance of flowers . . $2.50 each

SUCCESS — Clear canary yellow. A continuous bloomer. The flowers are

borne on long stiff stems and have lasting qualities 25c each

THAIS — A beautiful combination of pink and white. While this is an old
introduction, it is still an admirable flower 50c each

U. S. A. — H. C. — Deep orange shade of fine formation. A profuse bloomer.
An excellent variety . .$1.00 each

THE LOCATION. — Select an open sunny location in which to plant
your dahlias, out of the reach of trees. Dahlias will not grow well if planted
near a wall or solid board fence; they require plenty of fresh air and sun-
shine. It is very necessary that the tubers have good drainage as they will
not thrive with wet feet. Where the soil is heavy sufficient drainage can
be obtained by placing sand beneath the plant at the time of planting.

PREPARATION. — The soil is very important and if the ground for
planting is selected in the fall and decomposed manure spaded under at
that time, the first task is well begun. In the spring keep the soil well
cultivated until time of planting and do not permit the weeds to grow. The
kind of soil is not nearly so important as the condition. At time of plant-
ing spade the soil well to a depth of twelve to fourteen inches and if the
soil is not sufficiently moist it should be wet in advance of planting time.

Mariposa

We sell dahlia divisions, not plants.

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COLONIAL FARMS

The Collection of Six (IJO CA
Cactus Dahlias for

ATTRACTION— H. C.— Large flowers of
lilac-pink shade having perfect for-
mation 60c each

GEORGE WALTERS— H. C. Bright orange flowers shading to yellow at
the base of petals. This variety makes an excellent cut flower.

65c each

H. L. BROUSSON — Old rose flowers of good size; the arrangement is artis-
tic; the petals are narrow and incurved .35c each

NIBELUNGHORT — H. C. — This variety is an early and continuous bloomer.
The color is rose shaded to whitest the outer end of the petals; the
flowers are large and attractive 40c each

PIERROTT — The flowers are a deep amber tipped pure white; sometimes
the petals shade to light yellow. The blooms are of good size borne on
long stems 60c each

TOM LUNDY — H. C. — The flowers are of gigantic size. The color is rich,
dark, velvety crimson throughout. This variety does well in a warm
climate $1.00 each

ONE ROOT EACH OF THE ABOVE SIX DAHLIAS (Value $3.60)
for $2.50 Postpaid.

COUNTESS OF LONSDALE— A beau-
The Collection of Six(M tiful salmon pin-buff. This dahlia is

Cactus Dahlias for always a great bloomer and an excel-
lent cut-flower 35c each

HOMER — The flower is a bright rich maroon color and always blooms pro-
fusely. The plant has a vigorous growth 30c each

LA WINE — White suffused blush. This variety blooms early and contin-
uously and is an excellent cut flower 25c each

LIBELLE — This attractive variety, while not a new introduction, never
fails to win admiration. Its unusual, color of purple makes it an excel-
lent variety for decorative purposes 25c each

MARJORIE CASTLETON — Perfectly formed flowers of the most attractive
shade of pink. Early and continuous bloomer 30c each

WODAN — H. C. — A beautiful shade of old gold shading to salmon at the
outer edge of the petals 35c each

ONE ROOT EACH OF THE ABOVE SIX DAHLIAS (Value $1.80)
for $1.25 Postpaid.

THE PLANTING. — The time for planting in this vicinity is from May
20 to June 15, although many dahlias planted as late as August have
bloomed very successfully. In most instances this late planting is not
advisable as the danger of frost is great. The rows should be four feet
apart and the plants three feet apart in the row. The upper part of the
tuber should be four inches below the surface. Lay the tuber flat with the
eyes or sprouts up and never stand the tuber on end. It takes two to three
weeks for the plant to come through the ground, and they should not be
disturbed.

It pays to buy your dahlia roots from us

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Decorative Dahlias

This class of dahlias is attracting the most attention today as it is
continually giving many new and wonderful creations. The flowers of the
decorative dahlia are mostly large and are full to the centre; the petals
vary in shape and size. Many of the best varieties are in this class.

AMUN RA — Large reddish-bronze flower, borne on long stems. This
variety has one of the most beautiful color combinations known in the
dahlia field. Blooms will keep many days after being cut and when

frost arrives, it finds this variety still at its best $1.00 each

AMERICAN BEAUTY — Like the color of the American Beauty rose. A
flower of good formation and one that is always admired. .. .35c each
BASHFUL GIANT— Apricot shaded flowers of giant size borne on long

stems which hang their heads with this giant flower $1.00 each

BLACK BEAUTY- — A flower of good size and formation. Its black flower
makes a fine showing on the green background of foliage. . . .50c each
CHAMPAGNE — The color is golden chamois. This is a very popular exhi-
bition variety $1.50 each

CUBAN GIANT — Very dark crimson flowers of good formation. The plant

is very sturdy and blooms continually 35c each

EARLE WILLIAMS — The very large blooms are a brilliant red color with

stripes of white distributed throughout $1.25 each

EL DORADO- — Blooms are immense. Color is vivid gold, becoming deeper
in the centre. The plants are vigorous and support the flowers well.

This dahlia has exceptional merit $3.50 each

EDITH CAVELL — Red shading to bronze, with a tint of gold. The large

sized flowers are borne on long stems 50c each

FAITH GARIBALDI— Deep rose flowers of great size and perfect forma-
tion. This dahlia has been a prize-winner and its keeping qualities are

the best $4.00 each

INSULINDE — A great favorite. Color is rich golden buff with glittering

sheen of gold. The under side of the petals is rose 85c each

ISABEL STREET — Rich carmine flowers, shading to pink at the outer edge

of petals. A continuous bloomer 75c each

JERSEY BEAUTY — The best pink dahlia. This variety has been very
popular with dahlia fans as it is perfect in every respect. The flowers

are carried well above the foliage on long wiry stems $2.00 each

THE CULTIVATION.— Do not cultivate when the soil is wet. Hoc
carefully to prevent a crust forming; the deeper the soil can be worked the
longer it will hold the moisture. Much care must be exercised when culti-
vating before the plants can be seen, as they are easily broken.

FERTILIZING.— It is a good time to apply manure on the surface in
the autumn and better results are obtained if turned under, but if this has
not already been accomplished, work it in with the hoe when the plants are
well above the ground. When the plants are beginning to bud apply a
good concentrated fertilizer containing phosphoric acid and potash; avoid
rich nitrogenous fertilizers, as they make an overabundance of foliage at
the expense of flowers and roots and the tubers are poor keepers. They
shrivel very quickly and are always soft and inferior. An application of
bone meal worked in between the rows when the flowers are beginning to
bloom is of much assistance to the flowers and roots.

We replace roots that fail to grow

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JUDGE MAREAN — A glowing shade of salmon-pink well blended with
orange, yellow and gold. Strong stems support the flowers...$1.00 each

JACK ROSE — The plants are sturdy and are sure to bear a great mass of
showy crimson flowers. The blooms resemble the rose of the same
name. Excellent for cutting 20c each

JOHN WANAMAKER — A beautiful orchid-pink variety. A profuse
bloomer. The plants make heavy growth and require much disbud-
ding 35c each

LA MASCOTTE — This unique flower is silvery white on upper side of
petals, with a rich velvety shade on the reverse side of the petals.

$1.00 each

MARIAN CHRISTINE — Bright salmon-pink, shading to red. The flowers
are large and attractive 85c each

MINNIE BURGLE — One of the best red dahlias. Even though it is an old

variety, it still has many good qualities 35c each

MINNIE McCULLOUGH — Beautiful shade of golden yellow, tipped with
bronzy-red. A good autum i shade 25c each

MRS. I. DE VER WARNER — This wonderful flower is soft rosy-mauve
and is sure to be an outstanding variety of unusual merit for some
time. This variety is much admired in our gardens $1.00 each

MRS. JOHN SHEEPERS — Bright canary-yellow, shading to a beautiful

shade of pink. Always a favorite 75c each

MRS. LOUISA FINGER — This large white flower is one of the best white
dahlias ever introduced .85c each

PORTHOS — A large red flower that is sure to please. The plants are
sturdy and produce a large quantity of flowers 75c each

ROSA NELL — Bright rose, a color that is very rare in dahlias. The very
large blooms are borne on long stems far above the foliage. . .75c each

ROOK WOOD — Ever a prize-winner. Cerise-rose flowers of great size with
excellent formation $1.00 each

SAGAMORE — Bright golden-rose, shaded orange. This dahlia has much
popularity and is sure to please $3.50 each

SNOWDRIFT — A giant white dahlia that has depth to the flower as well
as size. Many prizes have been awarded to this variety and it deserves
a place in your garden $1.00 each

THE GRIZZLEY — Immense crimson flowers that have size and substance.

A very admirable variety $1.00 each

TOMMY ATKINS — The color is flaming scarlet, with a metallic lustre.
The large flowers are supported on long sturdy stems $1.00 each

WATERING. — This is not necessary until the plant is starting to

develop and when watering give the plant a good soaking. Do so in the

morning or evening. Once or twice each week is all that is necessary.

When artificial watering cannot be resorted to, mulching will suffice, but

when this is done it stops cultivation, so must not be applied until August.

Your garden is our trial ground

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A Decorative ColleoflJO CA A. R. JOHNSON — Rich golden apricot
tion of Dahlias for $**•**” flowers of good formation. A free

bloomer .85c each

MILLIONAIRE — The flowers are monsters in size and the formation is
perfect. The color is lavender-pink, shading to white. The plant is

very sturdy and supports the flower well 65c each

GLORY OF ARGONNE — An excellent cut flower. The outer petals are
rosy-pink and the centre is white. Does not require much disbudding

and is sure to give a quantity of flowers 60c each

MRS. J. HARRISON DICK — The flowers are borne on stiff upright stems.

The color is bright yellow with outer petals flushed pink 60c each

PORTHOS — A beautiful red flower that is sure to please. A good cut

flower and a profuse bloomer 75c each

WATER LILY — This immense lilac-pink variety is borne on sturdy stems

that are well able to support the gigantic blooms $1.00 each

ONE ROOT EACH OF THE ABOVE SIX DAHLIAS (Value $4.45)
for $3.50 Postpaid.

^ AUTUMN ROSE— This flower has a

A Decorative Collec-CI OC rose-like formation and is a continu-
tion of Dahlias for *r 0us bloomer. Its color is a beautiful

shade of amber, tinted rose.. 25c each

MARCEDES ST. KEYNE — A beautiful combination of yellow and car-
mine. The flowers are very attractive and are produced in large quan-
tities 30c each

MRS. WILLIAM HARTONG— The color is bright bronzy yellow and the

plant is very sturdy . 25c each

PRINCE OF ORANGE— The flowers are produced in massive quantities on
the low-growing plants. The orange and yellow shades are well

blended 25c each

MRS. C. H. BRECK — A dahlia of yellow coloring suffused with rosy car-
mine. The petals pointed give the blooms unusual beauty. . . .35c each
PURPLE KING — -This beautiful shade of light purple makes this a very

attractive flower. Few surpass it as a cut flower 30c each

ONE ROOT EACH OF THE ABOVE SIX DAHLIAS (Value $1.80)
for $1.25 Postpaid.

If you do not find the dahlias listed in this selection, write us. We
have many dahlias of which the stock is too limited to list.

DISBUDDING. — To get the best blooms it is necessary to disbud, other-
wise they will become bushy and mature and harden up, giving only inferior
flowers. By following the instructions (the process being very simple)
you will have more pleasing results. First, permit only one shoot to remain
(never more than two), selecting the most hearty one, removing all others.
Pinch out the top when the second set of leaves appear, thus making the
plant branch out and support itself on all sides. When the lateral shoots
or flower branches develop flower buds, at every pair of leaves on the
branch a new set of shoots appear and when they develop enough to remove
with the fingers, remove all except the last one at the base of the branch
and when cutting the flower cut down to the remaining shoot, when it will
also develop a long flower stem and put forth a flower. In the late autumn
cease this operation and let the plant grow, as this helps to mature the roots.

We send strong divisions that are sure to grow.

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COLONIAL FARMS,

Pompom Dahlias

The blooms are very small and compact. This type blooms more pro-
fusely than any other type. The plants grow in neat little bushes and are
adapted for borders. The small flowers are well suited for house decoration.

BACCHUS — Crimson-scarlet. This variety blooms profusely. Exception-
ally showy 40c each

CLARA HARSH — A very attractive crimson flower tipped with yellow.

40c each

CLARISSA— A perfectly formed flower of pale primrose eolor. The little

flowers are always admired 40c each

DR. JIM — A bright purple shade with outer petals of light purple. The

flowers have perfect formation 40c each

GUIDING STAR — Pure white flowers borne in great quantities almost
covering the plant, giving the plant a snow-white appearance....25c each
KLEIN DOMITTEA — Golden terra-cotta flowers appearing closely over

the plants 35c each

LITTLE HERMAN — Little scarlet flowers tipped white, making them

appear very striking 25c each

MAROON— The maroon flowers appear in liberal quantities and last well

when cut. The hard, compact centre gives it good form 20c each

PETITE JOHN — Lavender-rose flowers that are very pleasing. The blooms

appear in great quantities 25c each

VIVID — This compact little flower is a beautiful shade of bright glowing
scarlet 40c each #

Ball Dahlias

This is the old-fashioned ball-shaped dahlia. This type Is still in de-
mand and contains some excellent varieties.

CUBAN QUEEN — Compact flowers with lemon-yellow surface, shading to

pink at point of petals 25c each

GRAND DUKE ALEXIS — Large ball-shaped flowers with quilled petals
perfectly formed. The color is white-edged scarlet. The plant is vig-
orous 35c eacii

QUAKER LADY — The flowers are white and yellow-tipped amber and

appear in large quantities 25c each

All roots are sent postpaid.

INSECT PESTS. — The dahlia has few serious pests to contend with,
In fact, less than most any other flower and, if at any time our customers
are troubled with insects attacking the dahlias or dahlia diseases, our
advice in controlling the trouble will be cheerfully given.

CUTTING THE FLOWERS. — This should be done in the morning and
the stems placed in water at once. Cut long stems even if you do not want
them, as this will keep the plant down and develop long stems on the fol-
lowing flowers. Do not let the flowers fade on the bush. The more you
cut the better will be the next blooms.

We do not substitute, unless you request us to do so

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Peony -Flowered Dahlias

The flowers are generally semi-double, exposing a golden-yellow cen-
tre. This type contains many wonderful colors and is increasing in popu-
larity.

BERTH VON HEEMSTEAD — The flowers are very large. The color is

yellow suffused bronze 30c each

DREAMLIGHT — Large flowers of pale rose, shading to yellow at the base

of the petals 90c each

ROSALIA STYLES — Rosy pink, shaded white. The flowers are immense

and, beautiful 60c each

SUNRAY — The beautiful flower is golden-yellow, shading to amber and
rose. The blooms are borne on long stems and carried well above the
foliage, and blooms early and continuously 25c each

COLLARETTE DAHLIAS

This type of dahlia is single, with an additional row of petals which
form a collar of different color. This type is a novelty.

FROGMORE — Orange scarlet with perfectly arranged color of pure yel-
low 25c each

MAURICE RIVOIRE — The flowers are of deep crimson with a perfectly
arranged collar of pure white 25c each

A SELECT MIXTURE

This assortment of dahlias comprises many varieties, including several
types and colors. Some are large flowered dahlias and others are of the
smaller types. The mixture contains a good range of colors. The roots are
all vigorous, but are not labeled, therefore we offer them to you at a bar-
gain price 12 for $1.00

DAHLIA SEED

Dahlias are easily grown from seed and every plant grown from seed
is an entirely new variety and is sometimes better than the original flower.

Our special strain of seed is gathered with great care from the new
and best varieties. All varieties from which we save seeds have many good
points. Most of the varieties are California introductions. The seeds
should be planted early in the spring indoors and replanted in the open
when all danger of frost is past. Many new seedlings will bloom the first
year.

Each package contains fifty seeds or more 50c

It is always a pleasure to hear of the success our friends have in grow-
ing dahlias and also a pleasure to assist them whenever possible.

DIGGING AND STORING THE ROOTS.— Lift the roots when frost
has destroyed the plants, exercising great care* so as not to break the necks
of the tubers. The clumps should be stored upside down in a cool frost-
proof cellar, carefully covered with dry sand, peat or something that will
prevent them from drying out.

Healthy roots make healthy plants

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COLONIAL FARMS,

A COLLECTION OF YOUR OWN SELECTION

You may make a selection to your own liking from the varieties listed
below.

CACTUS VARIETIES

HOMER MARJORIE CASTLETON

LAWINE CORAL

LIBELLE COUNTRY GIRL

DECORATIVE DAHLIAS

EDITH CAVELL AUTUMN ROSE

JACK ROSE MARCEDES ST. KEYNE

JOHN WANAMAKER MRS. WILLIAM HARTONG

MINNIE BURGLE PRINCE OF ORANGE

POMPOM DAHLIAS

GUIDING STAR LITTLE HERMAN

MAROON PETITE JOHN

Any Twelve of the Above-Named Varieties for $2.03 Postpaid

A COLLECTION OF TWELVE DAHLIAS OF OUR
SELECTION FOR $2.00

Every season there are many varieties that we do not have enough
stock to list or have more than is required for our planting stock, and we
offer this stock to you at an exceptional bargain price that we may reduce
our surplus and at the same time give you a special selection that we couid
not offer you otherwise. This collection does not contain any inferior
varieties that would not be desired.

In making this selection we take special care in selecting a good num-
ber of different colors and the majority are large flowering varieties.

A good collection of dahlias, including all types and colors, is sure to
afford much pleasure.

DIVIDING THE TUBERS. — Separate the tubers when they begin to
sprout in the early spring, leaving a crown to each tuber as there are no
eyes elsewhere on the tuber. A small tuber with a good crown will make
as strong a plant as a larger tuber.

Let us help solve your garden problems

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The Surprise Collection of Dahlias

For those who are not familiar with the different types and varieties
of dahlias and prefer to leave the selection to us, we will send them a spe-
cially selected collection containing a good number of colors, types and
different varieties, each variety labeled.

The varieties offered in this collection are all dahlias that will be sure
to please you. This is not a collection of varieties for which there is no
demand, and this disposition is made to dispose of them. The dahlias listed
in this collection are varieties that are grown in large quantities and others
that the stock is too limited to list in our catalogue this season.

You may state the colors and types you prefer and the number you
prefer of each class and the amount you wish to expend and we will send
you a collection that will be sure to please you.

We cannot offer you the Surprise Collection for less than $3.00, but
we assure you the value sent will greatly exceed that amount.

WHEN ORDERING THIS COLLECTION, JUST STATE THE QUANTITY
OF ROOTS YOU DESIRE AND THE AMOUNT YOU WISH TO EXPEND

It gives us much pleasure to hear of the success our friends have had
in growing dahlias.

In the back of the little catalogue you will find two pages that you may
record your success, as well as your planting data, and at some future time
write to us about it.

Our dahlia gardens embrace many new and interesting varieties, and a
visit during the autumn months is sure to be enjoyed by all.

PLACE YOUR ORDER WITH US NOW and it will be shipped to
arrive at planting time in your locality and at the same time you will be
assured of receiving the varieties you most prefer.

Stock for your order is reserved upon receipt of same, and many times
the varieties are sold out when you delay ordering to a later date. There
is no time like the present to complete your plans for the coming planting
season.

Our experience is at your service

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COLONIAL FARMS;

Gladioli

A flower garden is never complete without adding some bulbs of this
gay flower. They can be planted in massive form in beds, or they add great
attraction to the border when placed here and there among the other plants.
The flowers when cut last for a long time and bloom to entirety.

AMERICA — The ever popular variety is lav-
ender-pink, and the blooms have great size;
they appear closely on long spikes.

10c each; 3 for 25c
BARON HULOT — Rich deep indigo shade;
long spikes, with flowers closely set.

15c each; 3 for 40c
BLACK BEAUTY — Very dark red flowers
stained with black; the form is excellent.

15c each; 3 for 40c
CO WEE’S SCARLET— This is one of the
largest varieties introduced. The color is
glowing-scarlet, and the brilliant shade at-
tracts much attention. .40c each; 3 for $1.00
CRACKER JACK — A dark red flower spotted
with yellow and maroon. A very attractive

combination 10c each; 3 for 25c

HALLEY — Delicate rose with white blotch.
The variety is a very early bloomer.

10c each; 3 for 25c

GRETCHEN ZANG — Massive pink flowers, with scarlet blendings on the

lower petals. Arrangement very pleasing 15c each; 3 for 40c

HERADA — The color is clear mauve, and the large flowers are closely set

on the long spikes. An outstanding variety 10c each; 3 for 25c

LE MARECHAL FOCH — Deep salmon rose flowers grown on long, vigor-

our spikes. An excellent cut flower 10c each; 3 for 25c

MRS. DR. NORTON — This variety has been awarded high honors in all
displays. The color is white with suffusion of yellow, and the tips of

petals are pink 10c each; 3 for 25c

MRS. FRANCIS KING — The flowers are light scarlet borne on long spikes.

The variety is very showy 10c each; 3 for 25c

MRS. FRANK PENDLETON, JR. — Large flowers flushed salmon-pink with

blood-red blotch in the throat 10c each; 3 for 25c

NIAGARA — Flowers are a creamy yellow shade, with the lower petals
shaded darker. The throat is blended carmine. The vigorous growth

makes this variety fine for cutting 10c each; 3 for 25c

PEACE — Large white flowers with pale-lilac blotch on lower petals. Blooms

appear close together on heavy spikes 10c each; 3 for 25c

PRINCEPINE — Rich carmine red flowers, with large white blotch on lower

petals. The spikes grow very tall 10c each; 3 for 25c

ROSE ASH — A very distinct color, old rose blended pink, red and gray
combination. This unusual flower is an excellent variety and makes an

effective display for house decoration 20c each; 3 for 50c

WAR — Deep blood-red flower shaded to black. This is a tall, graceful
flower that is always admired 10c each; 3 for 25c

Niagara

All bulbs and roots, prepaid in U. S. A.

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A SPECIAL COLLECTION OF GLADIOLI FOR $1.00

Two bulbs each of the following varieties each labeled (value )

America (pink)
Baron Hulot (blue)
Herada (mauve)
Niagara (yellow)

Halley (rose)

Mrs. Francis King (salmon)
Peace (white)

Princepine (red)

PRIMULINUS GLADIOLI

This form of flower never fails to please, and

the delicate shades are not found in other types.

Each flower appears artistically arranged on a

long graceful spike.

ALICE TIPLADY — Large flowers of orange-saf-
fron color. The spokes are very tall and effec-
tive 10c each ; 3 for 25c

FIRE QUEEN— -A beautiful orange scarlet flower
with yellow throat 10c each; 3 for 25c

MAIDENS BLUSH — Delicate blush-pink flowers of
good formation 10c each; 3 for 25c

ORANGE BEAUTY— Beautiful orange flowers
borne on long spikes 10c each; 3 for 25c

SOUVENIR — (See illustration). This beautiful
golden-yellow is one of the best yellow varie-
ties ever introduced 15c each; 3 for 40c

Souvenir

A COLLECTION OF TWO EACH OF THE ABOVE-NAMED
GLADIOLI, EACH LABELED, FOR $1.00
A SUPERB MIXTURE OF GLADIOLI
(First Size Bulbs)

This mixture is composed of a careful selection of bulbs taken from a
great variety of seedlings and good-named varieties. The selection contains
several types and a wide range of colors.

6 for 30c; 12 for 50c; 25 for 80c; 50 for $1.50 Postpaid
SECOND SIZE MIXTURE — A mixture of good varieties and a variation
of colors. The bulbs are second size and are large enough to bloom the
first season 12 for 35c; 25 for 65c; 50 for $1.15 Postpaid

WHY NOT MAKE SUCCESSION PLANTING OF GLADIOLI?

If you make the first planting of gladioli when the trees begin to leaf
and plant every two weeks until the first of July, you will have flowers all
summer. No garden can afford to be without a liberal planting of this
beautiful flower.

Glads that make you glad

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COLONIAL FARMS;

Roses For Every Place

ROSES are loved so much by every one that a catalogue is not com-
plete without them. So many of our friends have written to us about roses
that we have decided to offer a small collection this season.

Roses are very easy to grow and are sure to give a good reward for
very little effort. There is always room in every garden to add another rose.

HYBRID TEA ROSES

This class is commonly called Everblooming or Monthly Roses.

COLUMBIA — A pink, deepening as it matures to a glowing tint. The
rich, pink blooms have excellent formation. The plant has very few thorns.

FRANOIS SCOTT KEY — Bright red bloom and a very attractive
flower. A profuse bloomer.

KAISERIN AUGUSTA VICTORIA— Creamy white flowers borne on
long stems. The buds are pointed and fragrant.

MRS. AARON WARD — Deep golden orange flowers that are very
attractively shaded to creamy yellow.

HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES

This class is not as free bloomers as the Hybrid Tea Roses.

FRAU KARL DRUSCHKI — This pure white variety is one of the most
beautiful roses. It is one of the largest and most hardy of the white
varieties.

GENERAL JACQUEMINOT — Brilliant crimson flowers that are large
and exceptionally fine. A universal favorite.

MAGNA CHARTA — Pink shaded carmine. The flowers are large and
the variety is a profuse bloomer. Very fragrant.

CLIMBING ROSES
(Ever Blooming)

CRIMSON RAMBLER — Beautiful crimson blooms borne in clusters.
The variety is very hardy.

DOROTHY PARKINS — The shell-pink rambler that is ever popular.
The blooms are double and borne in great clusters.

VEITCHENBLAU (Blue Rambler) — Double flowers of light lilac shad-
ing to light purple and blue.

YELLOW RAMBLER — Yellow buds which shade to white when the
flower opens. The variety is strong and hardy.

CULTURE

Plant in rich soil, making holes deep enough to set the plant two inches
below where the plant was budded. Pack the earth firmly around the roots
and do not let any composite come in contact with the roots. Keep the soil
worked around the plants. In the autumn cover the crowns with soil by
heaping it around the plant.

PRICES FOR ALL ROSES

Strong field-grown bushes, 2 years old, 80c. each; 6 for $4.00, Postpaid.

We cannot ship Roses after May 15th

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Carinas

This beautiful free-blooming flower always gives much delight with its
gorgeous colorings and massive formation. The plants when planted in
bed formation makes a wonderful display with their glossy foliage and
great range of colors.

The roots should be planted when danger of frost is over and they
will bloom over a period of five to six weeks.

DRAGON- — Blood-red color that makes a vivid showing over the dark-
green foliage. The plant grows 3 feet in height.

EUREKA — This flower is ereamy-white, petals are very heavy and
the flower is very massive. The foliage is green and the plant grows
4 feet high.

HUNG ARIA — The long flowers are pink and this variety is unusually
attractive with its tropical effect. Height, 3% feet.

KING HUMBERT — The flowers are orange-scarlet streaked red and this
orchid-flowering variety still holds a very high place among the best
introductions, although it is not a new variety. The foliage is a beau-
tiful bronze. Height, 4 feet.

ORANGE REDDER — A bright orange canna of excellent formation that
is sure to please. The foliage is green. Height, 4 feet.

THE PRESIDENT— A massive red canna of brilliant effect. The strong
petals closely connected gives it a heavy appearance, but the strong
stems support the flower well. Green foliage. Height, 4 feet.

ONE ROOT EACH OF THE SIX BEAUTIFUL CANNAS FOR $1.00

POSTPAID

or if purchased separately, 25c each; 3 for 70c, Postpaid.

Our Sunshine Mixture

This special mixture of cannas contains most colors and varieties. The
quality is excellent, but the roots are not labeled.

2 for 25c; 6 for 50c; 12 for 90c
LARGE FLOWERING CANNAS

This tropical plant gives a very desired effect when planted in beds.
We offer all cannas in dormant roots which are easily started in a warm
place in the house or hotbed. The roots are very easy to grow, and in the
warmer parts of the country can be set in their permanent places.

Your garden is our trial ground

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COLONIAL FARMS,

Bulbs For the House

The bulbs listed below may be used for pot-planting and are sure to
make a gorgeous display of bloom in the house during the winter months.

AMARYLLIS

The bulbs should be planted in pots, covering the bulb with three inches
of soil. Place the pot in the window of a cool room.

AMARYLLIS — Mixed. This mixture contains a good assortment of colors
and shades 60c each

BEGONIAS

Begonias are very easily grown; they prefer moisture and do well in
semi-shade. When planting cover the top of the bulb with a thin covering
of soil, not leaving the bulb visible.

SINGLE — MIXED — We offer these in a good selection of colors, all first-
class bulbs 35c each; 3 for 90c

DOUBLE — MIXED — This mixture contains most all shades and the bulbs
are of excellent quality 35c each; 3 for 90c

GLOXINIAS

Gloxinias grow under the same condition as the Begonia and must be
protected from the strong rays of the sun.

MIXED — This selection includes most colors found in the Gloxinia. The
bulbs are good size 50c each; 3 for $1.25

OXALIS

This little flower is excellent for pot culture or for the hanging basket.
The bulbs are small and six to twelve are required for a pot. We list these
in white and pink 12 for 25c

ISMENE

ISMENE CALTHENA — (Peruvian Daffodil). Plant in pots and grow
similar to the Amaryllis. The flowers are very fragrant and are borne
on long stems, each stem bearing a number of blooms. The foliage is
green and very glossy and the flowers are white. The bulb is also good
for outdoor planting and must be planted wThen danger of frost is
past 25c each; 3 for 70c

CALLAS

ETHIOPICA — (Lily of the Nile). The old favorite white calla that has
been very popular for many years is so very easily grown that every-
one should have it that cares for this beautiful house plant.

35c each; 3 for 90c

Flowers that bloom in the house

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Liliums

LILIUM AURATUM — (Golden Banded Lily of Japan). This is one of the
best of the hardy lilies, growing about six feet tall. Each stem bears
six to twelve flowers. The blooms are very fragrant. The petals
white and the yellow band running down the centre of each petal.

40c each

LILIUM LONGIFLORUM — (Easter Lily). The flowers are pure white
with anthers of yellow. The blooms are fragrant; the flower stock is

from two to three feet tall 40c each

LILIUM REGALE — (Royal Lily). The flowers are white suffused pink,
slightly shading to yellow at the centre. They are very fragrant. The

blooming season is July ...60c each

LILIUM RUBRUM — (Show Lily). The large flowers are white suffused
pink, spotted red. Blooms during September. The variety grows about

four feet in height 35c each

LILIUM TIGRINUM FORTUNEI GIGANTEUM— (Tiger Lily). This is
probably the best known of the hardy lilies. The flowers are borne in
clusters of a dozen or more. They are salmon-red spotted brown.
The blooming season is August and September ............ 35c each

CULTURE — Plant bulbs in Spring or Fall about three to four inches deep,
in well-drained soil, avoiding manure and rich fertilizer. Water fre-
quently during the dry season.

Peonies

Peonies may be planted in the Fall or the Spring season. They do best
in well-drained garden soil.

Place the roots in their natural position from two to four feet apart;
the new eyes should be about four inches below the surface of the ground.
The soil should be well cultivated to a depth of eight inches or more before
planting the roots; work in an application of bone meal. A light covering-
of stable manure for the winter will prevent the new roots from freezing
and thawing during the winter months.

DUCHESSE DE NEMOURS — Pure white crown with centre tinted a beau-
tiful sulphur-yellow which later fades to white. A vigorous grower

and an excellent bloomer, being a midseason variety 60c each

EDLTLIS SUPERBA — Bright rose pink and generally in bloom at Memorial

Day. A prolific bloomer and very fragrant 60c each

FELIX CROUSSE — A bright red flower of vigorous growth, making an
excellent cut flower. The most satisfactory of the red peonies. An

early midseason variety $1.00 each

FESTIVA MAXIMA — Pure white with prominent crimson markings; very
fragrant, sturdy and tall. The blooms are borne on strong stems and

is excellent for cutting. A very early variety 65c each

RLTBRA SUPERBA — Dark velvety crimson flowers of great size. An

excellent bloomer. Very fragrant 75c each

OUR PEONY OFFER — One each of the five-named varieties of peonies,
all named and labeled (Value $3.60) for $3.00 Postpaid.

Our peonies roots have 3 to 5 eyes

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COLONIAL FARMS,

Bearded Iris

The Beared Iris are about the first of the perennials to bloom and the
colors have a wide range. They are very easy to grow and make a most
delightful showing. They are perfectly hardy and are sure to bloom. The
Iris makes an excellent cut flower.

DR. BERNICE — Beautiful olive-shaded red with falls of dark brownish-
red 30c each

HER MAJESTY — Bright rose pink. The falls are dark crimson. This
variety is exceptionally fine 30c each

SHERWIN WRIGHT — Golden yellow blooms of large size vigorous growth,
height 24 inches 30c each

DARIUS — The standards are golden yellow with falls of light brown; not
a tall variety 25c each

EL DORADO — Yellowish bronze-shaded heliotrope. The falls are violet-
purple. An open flower 30c each

FLAYSCENS — The standards are canary yellow with falls of brown-
veined white 25c each

FLORENTINA ALBA — Pure white flowers of good size. Very fragrant.
Height about two feet 25c each

MADAME CHEREAU — White standards with violet penciling. Falls lav-
ender. A vigorous growth. Height three feet 25c each

MITHRAS — This is a very imposing variety. The standards are sulphur
yellow with falls that are dark brown. Height about three feet.

25c each

OUR IRIS OFFER — One each of the nine-named varieties of Bearded
Iris (Value $2.45) for $2.00 Postpaid.

A New Bearded Iris

MOTHER OF PEARL* — This variety is one of the best that has ever been
introduced. It has the soft iridescent colors of Mother of Pearl.
Large flowers of great substance and perfect formation. The stand-
ards and falls are pale bluish lavender with a tint of cream. .$1.00 each

BEARDED IRIS — MIXED — We have a special mixture of bearded iris
comprising a large number of colors. We believe this fine mixture
will be sure to please you 6 for 50c; 12 for 75c

JAPANESE IRIS, MIXED — This mixture contains a number of named
varieties and seedlings and includes a good range of colors.

6 for 60c; 12 for $1.00

Prices given on Iris are for strong rhizomes

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Hardy Plants

ACHILLEA FTARMICA PEARL — The white flowers are borne on in great
clusters, the plants growing about one foot tall and branching vigor-
ously. This perennial is useful for the border and makes an attractive
little cut flower 25c each

ANEMONE, MIXED — These valuable plants are suitable for massing or
single specimens. They grow rapidly and bloom profusely. The bloom-
ing period is late autumn. The assortment contains white, carmine,
pink and red colors 3 for 85c; 6 for $1.50

AQUILEGIA (Columbine) — New Long-Spurred Hybrids, Mixed — This
plant is easily grown in most any soil or location that is well drained.
They are well adapted for the hardy border. They bloom in the late
spring and early summer months. The colors are blue, white and
shades of yellow and pink 3 for 85c; 6 for $1.50

DELPHINIUM (Larkspur) — The delphinium is one of the tall varieties of
perennials for the border as well as the most beautiful in cultivation.
Most any garden soil suits their cultivation.

BELLADONA — This is the light sky blue variety ... .3 for 85c; 6 for $1.50

BELLAMOSA — The dark blue type 3 for 85c; 6 for $1.50

HEMEROCALLIS, FLAY A (Lemon Lily) — Deep lemon-yellow flowers.
Blooming season June and July 25c each

K WAN SO, fl., pi., — This is the double orange lily. Blooms somewhat later
than the other varieties of hemerocallis 25c each

HYACINTHS, CANDICANS — This is the summer hyacinth. It grows
about four feet tall and produces pure white flowers. These are grown
from bulbs 25c each

HIBICUS (New Giant Mallow Marvels) — The plants grow upright and
produce an abundance of flowers of great size and of the richest shades
of crimson pink and white 3 for 50c

YUCCA FILAMENTOSA (Adam’s Need'e) — This plant is very striking for
isolated positions on the lawn and will do well in places that are very
dry. The foliage is sword-like and dark green. The spikes rise high
above the foliage and bear many creamy white flowers 3 for 75c

Colonial Farms has a large collection of perennial plants. Most of
these are offered for fall planting. The fall planting list will be mailed to
you if you request it.

Hardy plants are shipped when the ground is open

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COLONIAL FARMS,

Montbretias

MONTBRETIAS — MIXED — Are quite hardy and should be planted in the
spring in a sunny location with good drainage. The little flowers are
borne on slender spikes and resemble the gladioli very much, although
very much smaller in size. As a cut flower they will last a long time
in the house. The shades are very beautiful and they include orange,
yellow, salmon and scarlet. We offer these in mixture only.

2 for 25c; 3 for 35c; 6 for 50c

TUBEROSES

EXCELSIOR PEARL — The tuberose is always an old favorite. They
make excellent cut flowers. The creamy white blooms are very attrac-
tive . 6 for 40c

LABELS, WOOD

For labeling dahlia roots, plants, trees, etc.
wired.

Painted on one side and

Per hundred, 50c

SHEARS

We have a special made pair of shears for dividing dahlia tubers, made
of good steel, and can be used for many other purposes. Many tubers are
destroyed in the dividing of the roots and this handy double cut tool is curved
and pointed for this rugged work, and is sure to save its value the first
season. The tool is also excellent for use in cutting the blooms.

9-inch, per pair $4.50

SEVEN FEATURES OF SUPERIORITY

1. Made from one piece of heavy gauge (050) steel.

2. Handle shaped to fit the hand — cannot come off or break.

3. Point sharpened to make digging easy.

4. Maximum strength with minimum weight — 7 ozs.

5. A blue handle with polished blade gives attractive appearance.

6. Packed in individual carton, and coated with rust preventative.

7. Priced to retail at 35c, postpaid.

ORDER EARLY — To prevent disappointment

What is so handy as a handy garden tool?

The Record of My Dahlia Garden

Variety

Type

Color

Remarks

The Record of My Dahlia Garden

Variety

Type

Color

Remarks

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Growers of Bulbs and Hardy Plants

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Date Amount Enclosed ....

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The Collection of Cactus Dahlias

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The Collection of Our Selection to Amount of

The Collection of Your Own Selection.
List varieties in lines below.

Amount

Quantity

Variety

Brought

Forward

If you write the names and addresses of your friends who grow dahlias
on the lines below when sending us your order a catalogue will be mailed
to them and an extra tuber will be added to your order for the favor con-
ferred.

NOTICE — We use the greatest care to avoid mistakes, but despite our
best efforts an error may sometimes occur and we are always ready to make
adjustment. We guarantee all stock we sell true to! name and to reach you
in good condition. We stand ready to replace or refund the purchase price
on anything listed in our catalogue that does not give entire satisfaction.
This is the limit of our liability.

COLONIAL, FARMS, COATESVILLE, PA.